Thomas J Spillane, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Thomas J Spillane is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in San Luis Obispo, CA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
With over 38 years in internal medicine, Thomas J Spillane, MD is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in San Luis Obispo. He graduated from University of California, Davis School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 928dNPPES updated 2023-11-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
715 Tank Farm Road Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7068
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 82% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.51/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Better than 82% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.02%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
5.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
817
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
229
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,135
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.74M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.7k received from industry
287 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Thomas J Spillane's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
University of California, Davis School of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 7, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
University of California, Davis School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
715 Tank Farm Rd Ste C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7068
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190144
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Medical Oncology Care With Thomas J Spillane
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Thomas J Spillane for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to San Luis Obispo required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas J Spillane
Dr. Spillane is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Luis Obispo, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (805) 543-5577.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Thomas J Spillane
Practice Location
715 Tank Farm Road Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7068
Mailing Address
715 Tank Farm Rd Ste C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-7068
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